Utah Admin. Code R501-22-7 - Specialized Services for Programs Serving Children

(1) A licensee serving only child populations is considered congregate care as defined in Section 26B-2-101 and shall adhere to each requirement of Sections 26B-2-120, 26B-2-123, and 26B-2-124 for background clearances, policy development, and behavior management practices.
(2) Congregate care rules under Title R501 apply to youth programs that retain clients past the age of 18 to complete treatment or education.
(3) The licensee shall provide clean and safe age appropriate toys for children.
(4) The licensee shall provide an outdoor play area enclosed with a five-foot safety fence or enclosure as otherwise required by local ordinances.
(5) Only a custodial parent, legal guardian, or person designated in writing may remove any child from the program.
(6) The licensee shall provide adequate staff to supervise children or be available to monitor parents supervising their own children.
(7) The licensee shall comply as required with Title 80, Chapter 2, Part 9, the Interstate Compact on Placement of Children (ICPC), including ensuring the disruption plan is followed when an out of state minor presents at a shelter as a result of a failed ICPC placement in a Utah residential setting.

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Utah Admin. Code R501-22-7
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2014-22, effective 10/23/2014 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-09, effective 5/11/2020 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-11, effective 5/11/2020 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-02, effective 1/6/2022 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-03, effective 1/22/2024

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